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AI FAQs for Accountants (Live Webinar)
DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
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Overview
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the accounting profession, creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance client service, and support decision-making. This webinar provides a practical introduction to generative AI concepts tailored for accountants, helping participants build a foundational understanding of key terminology, technologies, and applications. Through real-world examples and discussion, participants will gain the knowledge needed to evaluate AI tools, understand their potential, and use them responsibly in professional practice.
Course Description
This interactive course explores the fundamentals of generative AI and its growing role in accounting. Participants will examine how tools such as ChatGPT work, their practical applications in accounting and advisory services, and key considerations related to automation bias, ethics, and professional judgment. Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, the course helps participants build confidence in evaluating and applying AI technologies responsibly and effectively.
Applicable for
This course is ideal for accountants, financial managers, and decision-makers seeking foundational knowledge of generative AI, practical strategies for integrating AI into accounting, and a framework to address ethical considerations and client needs effectively.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between generative AI and traditional AI, recognizing generative AI's ability to create content based on learned patterns.
- Explain the function and potential of Large Language Models in automating and enhancing accounting processes.
- Describe ChatGPT's text processing and predictive capabilities, including the roles of deep learning and word vectors.
- Identify risks such as automation bias and understand ethical considerations in AI-driven decision-making.
- Assess AI's role in enhancing client service, from generating reports to answering client questions, in a reliable and responsible manner.
- Apply practical insights on incorporating AI into workflows, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration in their teams.
Content
- understanding generative AI: introduction to generative AI, its distinction from traditional AI, and examples of its applications in accounting
- Large Language Models (LLMs): insights into LLMs, such as ChatGPT, and how they support data analysis, report generation, and client communication
- how generative AI learns: overview of deep learning and vector-based text processing in AI
- ethics and automation bias: ethical considerations in AI usage, particularly automation bias and the risks of over-relying on AI outputs
- AI capabilities in business: examination of ChatGPT’s applications in data analysis, meeting summaries, and client-facing tasks
- preparing accountants for AI: practical advice for AI integration, fostering AI-ready leadership, and supporting clients with AI insights.
Course Dates & Registration
Oct 22, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Available
Feb 15, 2027
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Available
Jul 9, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Oct 15, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
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Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
Passport
- 5
- Credits
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AI, Technology & Innovation
AI FAQs for Accountants (Live Webinar)
DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
You are currently viewing the description and registration page for the
Online Virtual
delivery format. To view and register for other available formats, click on your selection below.
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
Passport
- 5
- Credits
Overview
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the accounting profession, creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance client service, and support decision-making. This webinar provides a practical introduction to generative AI concepts tailored for accountants, helping participants build a foundational understanding of key terminology, technologies, and applications. Through real-world examples and discussion, participants will gain the knowledge needed to evaluate AI tools, understand their potential, and use them responsibly in professional practice.
Course Description
This interactive course explores the fundamentals of generative AI and its growing role in accounting. Participants will examine how tools such as ChatGPT work, their practical applications in accounting and advisory services, and key considerations related to automation bias, ethics, and professional judgment. Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, the course helps participants build confidence in evaluating and applying AI technologies responsibly and effectively.
Applicable for
This course is ideal for accountants, financial managers, and decision-makers seeking foundational knowledge of generative AI, practical strategies for integrating AI into accounting, and a framework to address ethical considerations and client needs effectively.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between generative AI and traditional AI, recognizing generative AI's ability to create content based on learned patterns.
- Explain the function and potential of Large Language Models in automating and enhancing accounting processes.
- Describe ChatGPT's text processing and predictive capabilities, including the roles of deep learning and word vectors.
- Identify risks such as automation bias and understand ethical considerations in AI-driven decision-making.
- Assess AI's role in enhancing client service, from generating reports to answering client questions, in a reliable and responsible manner.
- Apply practical insights on incorporating AI into workflows, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration in their teams.
Content
- understanding generative AI: introduction to generative AI, its distinction from traditional AI, and examples of its applications in accounting
- Large Language Models (LLMs): insights into LLMs, such as ChatGPT, and how they support data analysis, report generation, and client communication
- how generative AI learns: overview of deep learning and vector-based text processing in AI
- ethics and automation bias: ethical considerations in AI usage, particularly automation bias and the risks of over-relying on AI outputs
- AI capabilities in business: examination of ChatGPT’s applications in data analysis, meeting summaries, and client-facing tasks
- preparing accountants for AI: practical advice for AI integration, fostering AI-ready leadership, and supporting clients with AI insights.
Course Dates & Registration
Oct 22, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Available
Feb 15, 2027
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Available
Jul 9, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Oct 15, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns.
In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.
Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
Interested in similar content?
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.